Four-year-old girl attacked by two ’XL Bullies’ while playing in the park with her mother
A girl, four, has been mauled by two ‘XL Bullies’ while out in a park with her mum in Sheffield.
The girl was attacked by two loose dogs while playing just before 5.30pm on September 5.
Her injuries were not life-threatening. The dogs were later seized at a property and remain in police kennels.
Police did not specify which park the incident took place.
Only two days later, a boy, two, was bitten by a neighbour’s dog.
A Staffordshire Bull Terrier lunged towards the youngster and sank his teeth into him several times – his injuries, while not life-threatening, required hospital treatment.
The girl was taken to hospital (Picture: South Yorkshire Police)
The dog was removed and put down.
Chief Inspector Jonathan Greaves said: ‘We are continuing to see unprecedented demand from dangerous dogs across South Yorkshire.
‘We’re urging all dog owners to play their part in keeping everyone safe. You are responsible for your dog’s actions; you will be the one in court.
‘Please remember dogs are animals, they can sometimes be unpredictable in how they react to certain situations.
‘Please follow our advice, understand your dog and its behaviour, and seek help where necessary.’
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